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NEAL PARKER Obituary

Neal V. Parker, 58, of Millville died Friday afternoon, June 11, 2010, in Englishtown.

Neal was a lifelong Millville resident. He owned and operated an excavation business in Millville for many years. Neal was a member of the Good Sports Gun Club and the Cumberland Riflemen. He also was a member of the National Hot Rod Association and the International Hot Rod Association.

Neal is survived by his wife, Betsy Smith Parker; two sisters, Virginia Wilson and her husband Bill, and Peggy Thomas and her husband Dr. Ardel Thomas; one brother, Bud Parker; a sister-in-law, Julie Smith; father-in-law, Joseph Smith; and several nieces and nephews.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend Neal's funeral service at 11 a.m. Friday at Barr Funeral Home, 2104 E. Main St., Millville. There will be visitation from 7 to 9 p.m. Thursday and from 10 to 11 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will be at Greenwood Memorial Park.

The family requests, in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in his memory to the American Heart Association, 1 Union St., Suite 301, Robbinsville, NJ 08691.

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Published by The Daily Journal from Jun. 14 to Jun. 15, 2010.

Memories and Condolences
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Jim Groff

June 18, 2010

Betsy,
I was very saddened to learn of "Pappy's" accident and passing. I have fond memories from my racing days, and the good old days running the alters. He was a great guy, and although it may not offer you much comfort at this time, he died doing what he loved. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this sad and difficult time. With my sincere condolences for your loss,
Fondly,
Jim Groff of Terry's Performance Center, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Bryan Page

June 17, 2010

Betsy so sorry for your loss,Neal was a great guy and an even better friend.We were all blessed to have known him.

Debbie Kubiski-Herman and family

June 17, 2010

Betsy - Will never forget all of the good that Neal did for our family. He was always there to help when needed. Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this difficult time.

Lisa

June 16, 2010

Betsy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find some comfort in your loss, that Neal was loved and will be missed.

June 16, 2010

Mrs. Parker and Bud,
They don't make many men as likeable, friendly or as helpful as was
Neal and is his good friend Don Henry. Mrs. Parker your work with the
children you help is a special gift indicative of your family. Bless you all. Bill Darr

Jeanne Olsen

June 16, 2010

Dear Betsy, I always heard you talk so much about Neal when we worked together. We are so saddened by your loss!
Rodney, Jeanne, Jenna, Jessica and Mary Olsen

Barbara Elisano

June 16, 2010

Dear Betsy and Parker Family,
Words can't express my sorrow for your loss. To say that Neal was someone who would help anyone would be an understatement. This past winter he plowed my driveway and made big snow mounds for my son to play on. My neighbor across the street asked me if he could do his yard and when I asked Neal at first he said he was too busy to do it, but he went anyway because he wanted to help. I'll never forget all of us in Joe's wedding and how out of place he looked in a tux and without a cigar. He will be sadly missed and hopefully when he gets to heaven he give's em hell. A great all around guy who will never be forgotten.
You are all in my prayers,

Larry Wiggins

June 16, 2010

Neal, I have known you since the early 70's at Cecil County,and it was so great to have you join the NHRA NED Tour... Thanks for being my Freind, Neal

June 16, 2010

Betsy, So sorry to hear about Neal.

Fred & Patti Cox

Walt Clements

June 16, 2010

Betsy, sincere condolences from another "Manor Avenue kid". Neal and I were close friends as kids and were in the same class through elementary school. My brother and I knew him well, and though you might not remember, we spent many hours riding mini-bikes with you and Julie at the gravel hole next to McCloskey's. I wish you peace in this time of sadness, and my prayers are with you.

Daryl/Betty/Wade Wetzel

June 16, 2010

Betsy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Neal's family during this difficult time. May the comfort of God carry you through and may all your memories of Neal help to ease the sorrow that you feel and bring peace and comfort to your heart. With deepest sympathy and All Our Love,
Daryl, Betty & Wade

Barbara Kubiski Kupp

June 15, 2010

Betsy and the Parker Family,
Our families were neighbors our whole lives. Mr. and Mrs. Parker had the farm when Neal and I started kindergarten. Neal was so easy going and would even play school with us. As our parents aged, Neal was always there making sure the driveways were clear if it snowed. He was hard working and enjoyed life. Our deepest sympathies to all of you.

RICH OAKES

June 15, 2010

NEW THIS MAN A LONG TIME,USED TO RACE WITH HIM AT ATCO MANY YEARS AGO.FRIENDLY PERSON.I WAS AT ENGLISHTOWN RUNING MY CAR WHEN I HEARD THE SAD NEWS.HE WILL BE MISSED!

Billy Wilson

June 15, 2010

Uncle Neal
Only 3 years older, Uncle Neal was more a wonderful big brother to me. He was at our house all the time growing up. We went camping together lots of times in the woods we both grew up in. Neal would get me laughing so hard, I would get sick to my stomache and have to walk home every time. He was so funny! He was so much bigger than me, I told him several times we had the wrong bodies. I needed that big strong frame for sports, my small frame would have been fine for racing. He was always so good to me. I saw Neal for the last time on his dozer, working in my daughters yard just 5 days before he he left us. My grandkids loved to watch him work. I smiled and gave him a big salute, he smiled and saluted back and kept moving on the dozer. Little did I know. ....The world will not be the same place now. I know I will still be looking for his big white dump truck anyway. I love Uncle Neal, he was a kind gentleman.
You are in our prayers Aunt Betsy
Cindy and Billy

June 15, 2010

Betsy, We are so sad to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Neal will be missed by all who knew him.

Jeff Franckle & Family
Brenda McCaffery & Family

Jason & Samantha Catlett

June 15, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Parker family at this difficult time. Neal was a special person, who will live on in our hearts forever.

joe martinez

June 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jeanne and Greg Bundens

June 15, 2010

Aunt Betsy, We are so sorry to hear of Uncle Neal's passing. Just can't believe it yet. We are praying for you through this. Seems so many people knew Neal and thought so highly of him. Glad he got to do what he wanted to do.

Barbara Wenger

June 15, 2010

Dear Betsy, family and friends,
Neal has always been a special part of our family and we have had so many funny times listening to his stories. Years of his ornery boyish grins, laughing so hard he could barely tell the stories himself. He seemed to make work fun. But as fun loving as he was, Our family had the privelege of hearing him speak of his famiy with such love and high regard. From the big grin and pride he had all over his face when he spoke of you Betsy, to the love and respect he exhibited when he spoke of his parents and siblings, there was no question about how much you all meant to him. We will all miss the energy, life, funny stories and yes, even his ever present cigar!

John and Boots Chipps

June 15, 2010

Our sincere sympathy/prayers to the whole family......

John Antonelli

June 15, 2010

Betsy,
Neal will be missed by many people, My family's thoughts and prayers are with you.
John Antonelli and Family

chan

June 15, 2010

My condolences, Parker family. Know that cares for you and gives encouragement. -1Peter 5:7

June 15, 2010

We were pitted next to Neal and I wish to express my condolences to you and your family. All the other drivers and teams send their sincere sympathies as we have lost a great friend in the racing fraternity. God bless you. [Team Manzo 1TAFC]

joe gallo jr

June 15, 2010

To the Parker Family remebering the good times at the speed shop and the race track.
allways fun to be around making everyone laugh with that big smile on his face and lets not forget the cigar.
Our Prays are with You and your family.
Joe Gallo Jr SW Florida

Cindy Brandner

June 15, 2010

Dear Betsy: Gene and I extend our deepest sympathy on your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cindy Brandner

George Lewis

June 14, 2010

Betsy,
You may or may not know me but, my name is George Lewis (Neal would remember me as George Vasquez -- Valdez Came!!!). I knew Neal for well over 25 years, in fact, I worked alongside Neal for Bill Wilson long before Neal ever went into Business for himself. Neal was a very knowledgeable Man and a good person, we had many laughs. This is very tragic and my heart goes out to you. My Wife & I will be praying for you and your Family.

The Legendary Neal Parker

Earl Rains Jr.

June 14, 2010

Dear Betsy,some of my fondest memories are of going to watch Neal race,even when i was little at Atco,he had my favorite car,that jumped every time he shifted..He was a treasure to my family,and I have some great video footage of some of his races,a couple times he actually let me steer the Fiat up the return lane while being towed,mannnn he was cool..He is only out of sight for a short time,him and my dad are up there probably asking Jesus where the closest track is while eating pickles and smoking cigars..If there is anything at all I can do please call me,1-609-420-3154 Earl Rains Jr.

susan whitehead

June 14, 2010

Betsy
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Susan

JOHN ANDRUSZKA

June 14, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Joanne Hachten

June 14, 2010

Betsy, I never met Neal but always heard he was such a nice guy. I'm so sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in my prayers.

ken bahamundi

June 14, 2010

neal v. parker
was a very good nieghbor to many
neal parker helped many duringthe snow storm with his bulldozer

our thoughts and preyers
ken bahamundi and family
nieghbors across the street from there house

Franklin Camm II

June 14, 2010

My Deepest Sympathy to Neal's family and close Friends. He will be missed by all of us.
Frank Camm and Family

Corey Mayberry

June 14, 2010

Betsy-
We are so sad to hear about your loss. You will be in our prayers during this difficult time. God Bless You and All the Other Family members.
Duane, Cathy & Corey Mayberry
(Carlisle, PA)

June 14, 2010

Betsyand Family. My prayers and thoughts are with you's. Neal will be missed. Mina(Hopman)Mathias

Charleen

June 14, 2010

My condolences go to Betsy and the family.I have many great memories of Neal when I use to work at George's Deli.He will be truly missed.God Bless Charleen Pullia

June 14, 2010

Betsy and family. my thoughts and prayers are with you...Many fond memories of Atco with Neal and you and friends..Our sincerest condolences to you,family and the many friends that where in your life. Love Always Heidi[Tittl]Hemphill and family

John Cherivtch

June 14, 2010

Sincere Condolences.

June 14, 2010

My sincerest condolences to Betsy and the family. thiers always fond memories of the times we spent at Atco...You and your family are in my prayers and my heart always..contact me....Love always Heidi[Tittl]Hemphill Joe and Hope,,Millville NJ

Tina Costello

June 14, 2010

Betsy,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you at this time. Very sorry for your loss and to let you know we are here for you.
Bill Woosnam and Tina Costello

Jerry Schwegel Jr.

June 14, 2010

Betsy,Family & Crew, Our thought's and prayer's are with you. we are deeply saddened and shocked by the news of Neal's passing.I have great memories of year's past from Buffalo[niagra falls lol] to Bristol TN. It was an honor to be able to have traveled with Neal and the crew! He treated me like a son. God's speed Neal, Jerry & family

Carmella Price

June 14, 2010

Betsy,

So sorry to hear this shocking news. My prayers and thoughts are for you. Love, Carmella Price

Kim (Sampson) McCarty

June 14, 2010

My sincerest condolences for your family's loss. While it's been many years since I Have seen any of you my heart goes out to you all.

Love,
Kim (Sampson) McCarty
(Margaret Parker-Samano's Granddaughter)

Bill and Barbara Nichols & family

June 14, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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